The Cub

"Taking the world established within Gold Club: Nostalgia and pivoting to the platforming genre, The Cub is a continuation of a stunning visual style and a contemplative narrative that feels more topical than ever."

"If The Cub were a TV show, I&s;d watch it but as a game, it&s;s both very limiting and needlessly irritating. Its presentation really saves it."

"Ultimately, The Cub is a fun, if not a bit safe, 2D platformer. The desolate world created by Demagog Studio is a joy to traverse again, and while the gameplay doesn&s;t evolve meaningfully in its short run time, The Cub …"

"The Cub is a good game, a good platform, a pleasure to play for the five or six hours that it lasts. It&s;s nice that Demagog Studio is continuing to explore the same universe game after game adding pieces to …"

"The Cub is a really good platformer with an excellent use of the soundtrack to really immerse you into the world. While some platforming bits are a little frustrating, overall the experience is tight with a smooth flow. The story …"

"Despite The Cub&s;s basic platforming, with clunky trial and error, its slightly bizarre world, cool and varied music, and great visual design make it worth playing."

"The Cub was developed in a unique way, in which it works like a platform game, a storybook or an animation, in which each chapter is an isolated story. It was created to convey a message and it manages to …"

"The Cub might not be as responsive as it should be when jumping and climbing, it&s;s still a fun game to play with fantastic audio throughout."

"The Cub is a functional platformer, but not a flashy one. Movement can feel stiff at times, but the colorful landscapes and levels will still carry the experience. If you&s;re a big fan of platformers, you&s;ll certainly find some enjoyment …"

"The Cub fits in well with the rest of the games developed by Demagog to showcase the Great Climate Catastrophe story arc. Once again it is a game that carries a deep message, while not failing to entertain as a …"

"An enjoyable narrative adventure, but unfortunately not much more."

"Despite the good story, The Cub is just an average platform with movements and jumps that can feel stiff at times."

"The Cub is a fascinating romp through post-apocalyptic Earth. Balancing dark themes with delightful levity, the game finds a way to showcase both the best and worst of humanity with biting wit, vivid visuals, and impeccably implemented audio. It&s;s all …"

"The Cub is a solid cinematic action platformer that could have had tighter controls. Its audio and visuals are its biggest draw and while the story sticks to landing, the core themes of the narrative are utterly insulting. The misanthropic …"

"While THE CUB isn’t the next game of the year, it is an absolutely wonderful time, but it won’t likely get the attention it truly deserves simply because of how modern gaming works in terms of the mass public. Smaller …"

"The Cub is releasing early in 2024, but it&s;s starting the year with a masterpiece and playing this has made me want to explore more games from this developer, Demagog Studio."

"While The Cub is a short game, it’s a great one that delivers an interesting story and engaging gameplay that’s well worth the time and the price. Its ability to keep a light tone while dealing with dark subjects is …"

"The Cub is a delightful adventure that develops Demagog Studio’s universe in new and interesting ways. As a platformer, it’s solid. The movement is fluid and responsive which allows you to effortlessly traverse the environment. Each step has been animated …"

"With lacklustre gameplay, and an uninteresting world, The Cub ends up feeling like a cheap knock-off of the games that clearly inspired it."

"Though failing to break new ground in platforming adventure, the scenery and general feel work while it lasts"

"The Cub is a short but sweet little tribute to licensed Mega Drive platformers that revisits the fantastic world set up in Demagog&s;s previous game, Golf Club Wasteland, and comes out just as striking and memorable. Crucially, the warm tones …"

"Short but entertaining, there’s a lot to like with The Cub. Its post-apocalyptic world is fascinating, and getting to collect numerous artefacts gives good reason to poke around off the beaten path when you’re given the opportunity. The platforming here …"

"Gorgeous from start to finish, The Cub is a short but hugely entertaining 2D platformer that has been crafted with love to be not only a fun game to play, but a fantastic piece of satirical art that does not …"

"For those open to thoughtful interactive fiction within virtual worlds, The Cub proves a memorable trek worth embarking on."

"It makes for an experience maybe just half a step above average. You have played many games just like The Cub before, but you&s;ve never played one that looks or sounds like it."

"The Cub is a step sideways for Demagog Studio, with middling platforming stages, forgettable collectibles and underwhelming set pieces lifted up only by the signature Radio Nostalgia."

"A beautifully striking 2D platformer, The Cub is a challenging title that is well worth fully exploring. An easy recommendation for fans of platformers past and present."

"The rich took off to Mars quite some time ago and now the toxic Earth is ruled by the orphans of the apocalypse. But one of these cubs is extra curious in the ways of humans compared to the others. …"

"It’s too bad that the platforming can’t also be described as near-perfect, since that would’ve made The Cub a must-play. As it stands, it’s a surprisingly appropriate sequel to a game that wouldn’t have seemed like it needed one, and …"

"The Cub centers on a rebellious protagonist navigating a hostile world shaped by human greed. It&s;s a conventional old-school platformer that excels in its striking graphical style, depicting a recognizable futuristic world. With good pacing and varied situations, despite a …"

"The Cub is a brief, energetic and beautiful thrill ride that already has me jumping back in for a second run. Expanding on the world introduced to us in the indie darling Golfclub: Nostalgia, there is so much to love …"

"The Cub is simple and has an excellent story. Despite the limitation, it is committed to keeping the player entertained, contemplative and focused in challenging moments, always wrapped in the illusory peaceful feeling. The unique art style and sound elements …"

"It is a discreet, humble game that takes another step in the direction Demagog took with Golf Club Nostalgia; another step for a very interesting studio that with The Cub continues to put before us the uncomfortable mirror of climate …"

"The Cub is an eye candy. But it looks better than it tastes."